Tank setup
A minimum 200L aquarium suits Goniopora. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
pH
8.1 - 8.4
Temperature
24° - 27 °C
Max size
20 cm
Min tank
200 L
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The flowerpot coral, with long daisy-like polyps. Historically difficult, though aquacultured stock does far better; needs stable parameters, moderate flow and regular fine feeding.
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Everything you need to keep Goniopora healthy in a South African setup.
A minimum 200L aquarium suits Goniopora. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 8.1–8.4 and 24–27°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Goniopora is photosynthetic; needs regular feeding. Feed a varied diet appropriate for invertebrates — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Goniopora is generally peaceful; long extending polyps. Observe during feeding and at lights-out for true temperament.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful; long extending polyps tankmates in invertebrates. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Goniopora vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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